At its core, self-esteem is the way we perceive and value ourselves. It encompasses our beliefs, thoughts, and feelings about our worth and capabilities. When we have a healthy self-esteem, we possess ...

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Trying to get your children to help around the house may seem like a daunting task, but research shows chores can have an important and positive impact on the development of our ...

Some years ago, I came across this superb quote from Robert Greene’s book, The 48 Laws of Power: “Do not wait for a coronation; the greatest emperors crown themselves.” You don’t wait for the world to ...

Studies show that genuine confidence, built through trust and real-world competence, predicts long-term success more reliably than grades or IQ. Every October 20, National Youth Confidence Day reminds ...

The word confidant comes from the Latin confidere, meaning “to trust” or “to have full trust or reliance.” It’s a fitting root for a profession in which we therapists are entrusted with others’ ...

It’s a very common scenario. You’re in a large office meeting, and you're hesitant to share your viewpoint for fear of being judged. Maybe you have a strained relationship with your boss, who makes ...

Self-confidence is a fundamental trait that plays a pivotal role in personal and professional success. As both a divorce attorney and an entrepreneur, I have worked with clients to rebuild their ...

Thus, you learn to adapt when life pushes. At times, fortune lends a hand too. You may seek discomfort through strokes of luck that lead to unexpected chances. A stranger who becomes a friend, a ...